Are you passionate about human space exploration, understanding the origins of the universe, and working with a passionate and diverse team to make a difference? If you are, we need you!
We need your talent, teamwork, and energy to help us achieve great things that inspire people all over the globe. We need you to bring creative ideas and diverse backgrounds to help us envision, shape, and deliver systems that will enable the exploration of space while benefiting people here on Earth. We are excited about what we do, and we need you on our team as we take on exciting challenges for NASA’s pursuits in deep space exploration. As NASA’s largest engineering solutions provider working together with NASA at centers across the United States.
We have an exciting opportunity for a Business Specialist to join our team with the Science & Exploration Division supporting our Customer in the Business Development & Technology Integration Office.
We are actively searching for qualified candidates for this potential opening; however, we do not have assurance at this time when the position will be finalized and opened. Because we have strong reason to believe the position will be approved soon, we are proceeding with identifying qualified candidates and conducting interviews.
The Specialist will oversee multiple projects and work with teams and directorates across NASA JSC to develop and manage Space Act Agreements (SAAs), Government Task Agreements (GTAs), Interagency Agreements (IAAs), Extended Use Leases (EULs), and various other agreement types. Team member should have a technical or business background, be process-oriented with an attention to detail, comfortable with multi-tasking, a self-motivator, and be able to work independently and as part of a team. This is a temporary position that could possibly lead to a full-time position.
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Manage the full lifecycle of SAA, GTA, and EUL development in a timely and satisfactory manner
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Identify and lead process improvement initiatives that align with team strategy and goals
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Assist with benchmarking activities by collecting data, analyzing trends and generating reports from multiple data systems
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Coordinate with team members in support of Space Act and Interagency Agreements and funding documents for these projects
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Facilitate consistent and effective communication between various stakeholders for the development of SAAs, GTAs, EULs and other partnership initiatives
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Perform other duties as required
Requisition Qualifications:
This position has been posted at multiple levels. Depending on the candidate's experience, requirements, and business needs, we reserve the right to consider candidates at any level for which this position has been advertised.
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Typically requires a bachelor's degree in a related area and normally possess 3 years of work experience
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Prior experience successfully working with multiple customers and/or stakeholders in parallel
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Must have excellent communication, presentation, and customer interface skills
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Ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects
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Working knowledge of MS Office products including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, and all Google applications including Google
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Sheets, Google Docs, Google Slides, and Google Drive is required
Requisition Preferences:
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BA or BS degree in the appropriate discipline from an accredited college or university, plus three (3) years of appropriate and progressive experience; additional relevant education may be substituted for progressive experience - or- requires two (2) years of college with courses in business administration, industrial management, or appropriate discipline, and six (6) years progressive experience, or any equivalent combination of relevant education and experience
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BA or BS degree in Engineering, Science, Business, or equivalent type of discipline
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Experience working in the NASA environment is desired
Why Join Our Team?
In addition to exciting career opportunities, we also have:
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Excellent personal and professional career growth
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9/80 work schedule (every other Friday off), when applicable
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Onsite cafeteria (breakfast & lunch)
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Much, much more!
For more information on our partnership with NASA at Johnson Space Center (JSC), please visit www.wehavespaceforyou.com
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Proof of U.S. Citizenship or US Permanent Residency may be a requirement for this position .
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Must be able to complete a U.S. government background investigation.
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Management has the prerogative to select at any level for which the position is advertised.
Essential Functions
Work Environment
Generally, an office environment, but can involve inside or outside work depending on task.
Physical Requirements
Work may involve sitting or standing for extended periods (90% of time). May require lifting and carrying up to 25 lbs. (5% of time).
Equipment and Machines
Standard office equipment (PC, telephone, printer, etc.).
Attendance
Regular attendance in accordance with established work schedule is critical. Ability to work outside normal schedule and adjust schedule to meet peak periods and surge requirements.
Other Essential Functions
Professional behavior that enhances productivity and promotes teamwork and cooperation. Grooming and dress must be appropriate for the position and must not impose a safety risk/hazard to the employee or others.